Certified Nurse Aide I (PCN 02-7170)
Location: Ketchikan Alaska
Description: Workplace Alaska is currently interviewing Certified Nurse Aide I (PCN 02-7170) right now, this job will be placed in Alaska. For detail informations about this job opportunity kindly read the description below. The Ketchikan Pioneers Home is recruiting for a part time Certified Nurse Aide I position.
The schedule is Friday through Monday 7am -3pm with Tuesday through Thurs! day off.
The incumbent will work with elderly residents that not only experience physical limitations, but also have varying rates of confusion/dementia. The Certified Nurse Aide I will provide interventions with confused residents when warranted.
The incumbent performs routine aide duties such as monitoring proper hydration and body functions including taking blood pressure, pulse and temperature, and taking and recording height and weight. The Certified Nurse Aide I will administer medications under the direction of a licensed nurse.
The Certified Nurse Aide I will assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADL's) by encouraging residents to be self-reliant, assisting residents to and from dining room, and providing reminders and queuing to meals, etc. This position will be responsible for replenishing resident supplies on a weekly basis.
The Certified Nurse Aide I is responsible for recognizing and reporting any significant changes in phy! sical, mental and emotional well-being, and any unusual signs ! and symptoms of common diseases and conditions. The incumbent maintains a clean and orderly environment, assists residents to social and recreational activities, promotes good mental health of residents, and participates in in-services and training sessions. The incumbent performs other duties as assigned.
Desired strengths that are essential to this position:
Able to work as a team member and the ability to get along with peers, family members and residents in the facility.
Able to function independently and handle crisis situations in a calm and effective manner.
Excellent work habits such as punctuality, attendance and observation of safety regulations.
Experience working with geriatric patients who have Alzheimer’s and related dementia.
Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Able to work varied shifts, and some weekends and holidays. This facility is an Eden Alternative facility. The selected candidate may have contact with birds, cats, and! dogs in a home-like setting.
Minimum Qualifications:
A current Nurse Aide certification issued by the State of Alaska.
Special Note:
A criminal background investigation including fingerprinting is required. Individuals convicted of a barrier crime under Alaska Statute 47.33 and Nurse Aides listed on the State of Alaska’s Abuse Registry will not be eligible for employment.
Positions require certification as a Nurse Aide in the State of Alaska. A person eligible for certification may apply for a position but may not be appointed until an Alaska certification is obtained.
Successful candidates will be required to provide proof they are free from active pulmonary tuberculosis at the time of hire. Employees are required to be tested annually.
Additional Required Information:
At the time of interview applicant must submit:
1. A copy of your Nurse Aide certification or proof of completion o! f a recognized Certified Nurse Aide program and CPR card.
2. Name a! nd phone numbers of three (3) professional references.
Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.
COVER LETTER
A cover letter is required. Please attach it as a separate document for this position. In your cover letter, please explain how your meet minimum qualifications listed in the job announcement. Please describe your education and/or work experience as it relates to the qualifications of this position. The cover letter must also describe your knowledge, skills and abilities as they pertain to the duties described above. Give specific examples to demonstrate your experience. Please attach the cover letter to your application before submitting it online or, if unable to attach to your application, fax it to the contact number provided in the job posting. The cover letter will be used to help determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process .
ED! UCATION
If post-secondary education is required to meet the minimum qualifications, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials if used to meet the minimum qualifications for a position. Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION
Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other! institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value! is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
WORK EXPERIENCE
If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.
MULTIPLE VACANCIES
This recruitment may be used for more than one (1) vacancy. The applicant pool acquired during this recruitment may be used for future vacancies for up to ninety (90) days after this recruitment closes. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply to each recruitment notice to ensure consideration for all vacancies.
NOTICE
Questions regarding the application process can be ! directed to the Workplace Alaska hotline at 800-587-0430 (toll free) or (907) 465- 4095. If you choose to be contacted by email, please ensure your email address is correct on your application and that the spam filter will permit email from the ‘govermentjobs.com’ domains. For information on allowing emails from the ‘governmentjobs.com’ domains, visit the Lost Password Help page located at https://www.governmentjobs.com/js_lostpswd.cfm&topheader=alaska.
EEO STATEMENT
The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-4095 in Juneau or (907) 465-3412 (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at the address above. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.
Contact Information:
Belinda Reno, Nurse IV
Fax: (907) 224-4115
Email:! belinda.reno@alaska.gov
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This job starts available on: Sat, 17 Aug 2013 02:04:49 GMT